Mod Lighting to Brighten Up Your Pad

When I found these light fixtures online, I fell in love with their cute design and mod style. I had to do a double take when I saw who made them: the two and only Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.

I had long forgotten about their line of clothing (ahem, fashion and lifestyle collections,) once only available at Wal Mart until I came upon their home décor line after doing some research for my new apartment.

Whether you’re looking for a desk lamp, a floor lamp, a chandelier or a wall sconce, MK & A have what you’re looking for in their Create-A-Shade Collection of lighting. What is unique about this line is that you create what colors, style and patterns you want

The Look for Less: Vera Wang does Department Store Chic

Great news: another fabulous designer has gone mainstream!

Vera Wang’s deal with Kohl’s Department Stores has been in the works since 2005, and next month, finally, we’re going to reap the rewards. The Kohl’s line, called Simply Vera, will debut on September 9th, 2007. Rest assured that the line will feature all of Vera’s signature feminine touches: tulle, roses, and ruching.

This line makes designer style affordable; Vera Wang is the latest in a surge of celebrities/designers to launch their “couture” designs to the masses. Most famously known for her bridal designs, over the years Vera Wang has expanded into fragrance, jewelry, eyeware, and shoe collections.

From what I’ve seen, the Simply Vera line for Kohl's looks like it has some edge to it, which I totally dig. From the pictures the clothes seem completely feminine and a little whimsical. The fall collection will feature dark neutrals with purple tones (purple is hot this fall season) as well as gold and white accents.

Here are some more juicy tidbits about the line:
Available in sizes 2-10
Price range is $20-$200

Kohl’s is also launching a Simply Vera website through its own website (www.kohls.com), to show shoppers how to build outfits from separate pieces in the collection.

Accessories and home furnishings will also be available at affordable prices as part of the Simply Vera line. Be watching for the ads in magazines and on television that are debuting this week, and don’t miss the launch of the line on the 9th and happy shopping!